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Ecstatic Records

  • Unconquered – Michael Torke Expresses Positive Patriotism

    Jul 2nd, 2018 | By Ralph Graves
    Tags: CD Review, Classical music, Contemporary classical, Cristian Macelaru, Ecstatic Records, Michael Torke, Orchestral music, Philadelphia Orchestra

    In my opinion, Michael Torke is something of a national treasure. He has the rare ability to take elements of American culture and develop them with all the tools of a contemporary classical composer. The end result is music that sounds distinctly American. It’s always connected to the traditions of the past, but with a […]

  • Michael Torke – Concerto for Orchestra runs true to form

    Jul 20th, 2016 | By Ralph Graves
    Tags: Camerata NY, CD Review, Classical music, contemporary classical music, Ecstatic Records, Mark Russell Smith, Michael Torke, Paul W. Popeil, Quad City Symphony, Richard Owen, Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, Universty of Kansas Wind Ensemble, Vasily Petrenko

    I’ve liked everything I’ve heard by Michael Torke. In my opinion, his musical style seems to sit a sweet spot — his language is tonal without being tied to tradition, his rhythms propulsive without the intense repetition of minimalism (some consider him post-minimalist). The Concerto for Orchestra starts with a very simple motif — C-G-C-A. […]

  • Michael Torke Tahiti – No Trouble Here

    Jan 11th, 2012 | By Ralph Graves
    Tags: 10/10 Ensemble, CD Review, Clark Rundell, contemporary classical music, Ecstatic Records, Michael Torke

    This release pairs two Michael Torke works inspired by the South Seas – “Tahiti” and “Fiji.” Besides the geographical connection, it’s a logical program choice. Both works were written for a small chamber orchestra, and both have a similar feel. “Fiji” is a 17-minute composition that pulls the listener into a Martin Denny-style Quiet Village […]

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